Author: Ifedamola Joseph Fayomi

Media giant MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv and GOtv, has announced plans to shut down its streaming platform. Showmax after more than a decade. In a message sent to customers on March 5, the company disclosed that the decision followed a strategic review aimed at strengthening its digital offerings and positioning the company for long-term sustainability amid increasing competition in the global streaming market. Read Also: Nigerians mock MultiChoice over loss of 243,000 DStv, Gotv subscribers Originally launched in South Africa in 2015, Showmax grew rapidly to become one of Africa’s most recognised streaming platforms, offering movies, television series, sports,…

Nollywood actor-turned-politician Olumide Oworu has attributed the widespread corruption among Nigerian politicians to the perception of politics as a full-time career rather than a platform for service. Oworu remarked upon a recent episode of The Clarity Zone podcast, where he spoke about the structure of politics in Nigeria and the factors discouraging young people from participating in governance. Read Also: I find entertainment industry overwhelming – Olumide Oworu According to the former actor, politics should fundamentally revolve around building systems that improve people’s lives and serve the public interest. However, he argued that many politicians in Nigeria approach the system differently,…

The General Overseer of the Mountain of Liberty and Miracle Ministry, Chris Okafor, has withdrawn the public apology he earlier issued to Nollywood actress Doris Ogala over allegations surrounding their alleged secret relationship. The controversy between the cleric and the actress began last year after Ogala publicly accused Okafor of abandoning her despite promising to marry her following what she described as an eight-year intimate relationship. Read Also: Pastor Chris Okafor turns himself in as Lagos police transfer rape case to Zone 2 According to the actress, the pastor ended the relationship abruptly after years of alleged emotional and physical involvement.…

Nollywood actor Benedict Johnson has revealed that he went five years without landing a single movie role, describing the period as one of the most challenging seasons of his career. In a viral video recorded at Streams of Joy International, the actor recounted how he struggled professionally, lamenting that no filmmakers reached out to him for productions during that time. Read Also: Sola Kosoko shares struggles of balancing acting, business, family life Johnson explained that, unlike conventional employment, where one can seek clarification after losing a job, the film industry operates differently. According to him, actors may stop receiving calls without…

Media personality Do2dtun has called for an end to the online criticism and bullying directed at Afrobeats star Adekunle Gold, following renewed social media controversy involving old tweets by his wife, Simi. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Do2dtun praised Adekunle Gold’s contribution to Nigerian music and urged critics to separate personal issues from professional achievements. Read Also: Those who lack music knowledge run the industry – Adekunle Gold His comments come amid heated online debates sparked by resurfaced posts attributed to Simi, which have triggered widespread reactions and criticism directed at the singer and his family. In his post, Do2dtun emphasised…

Veteran Nigerian actor Francis Odega has expressed concern over what he described as a significant decline in the quality of Nollywood productions. Speaking in a recent episode of the Where Is The Lie podcast, Odega argued that the Nigerian film industry produced more memorable and impactful movies during his era than it does today. According to him, filmmakers in the early days focused on strong storytelling and originality, which resulted in classic films that remain unforgettable years later. Read Also: Top female Nollywood actors of 2025 “Back then, one script would give us one unforgettable movie. But now, one script can…

Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay has clarified that she does not see herself as a single mother despite her separation from her estranged husband, singer 2Face Idibia. The actress explained that she prefers to describe herself as a single woman raising two children, making a clear distinction between the two terms. Taking to her Instagram page, Annie wrote: “I’m not a single mom. I’m a single woman raising two kids.” Her statement comes months after 2Face publicly announced their separation. In late January 2025, the music icon revealed via Instagram that he was parting ways with Annie and had begun divorce…

Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has publicly criticised Arise Television anchor Rufai Oseni in a viral video currently circulating on social media. In the clip, Edochie questioned Oseni’s moral authority to challenge political leaders and guests on national television.  Read Also: Yul Edochie reconciles with Linc, Rita after long-running family rift He referenced a past incident in Lagos in which the broadcaster was reportedly caught driving on a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lane, an offence under traffic regulations in the state. “Is this not the same Rufai Oseni that was caught driving on BRT lane?” Edochie asked in the video. He further…

Ace producer and music executive Sarz has spoken about the negative effects of poor infrastructure, particularly inconsistent electricity supply, on Nigeria’s creative industry. Speaking on a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, the 36-year-old producer said unreliable power supply often disrupts creative flow and leads to wasted potential. Read Also: Sarz, Ozedikus, DJ Kaywise allege exploitation by artists “I was born and raised in this country and I have never experienced electricity for 24 hours. There are times when I wake up feeling inspired and I want to create music but there is no light. Sometimes, even when you want to…

Nigerian rapper and singer Superboy Cheque has opened up about his battle with acne and how it once threatened his music career. Speaking in a recent interview with Yanga FM Lagos, Cheque revealed that his skin condition significantly affected his confidence and self-esteem. Read Also: ‘I almost sold lamps under Ajah bridge before Olamide discovered me’, says Fireboy DML “I struggled with acne years back. It was terrible. My desperation to cure it led me to buy a makeup that almost disfigured my face. It was embarrassing. I almost quit music. I couldn’t even approach women then,” he said. The singer…